Rick Broida

How to sell your used iPad

If you own an iPad ($170 at Amazon) that’s more than three or four years old, you might find it getting a little sluggish. Maybe you’ve run out of storage space, or the processor won’t support the latest versions of Apple’s operating system. Whatever the case, you’re thinking it’s time to sell. (Another option: repurpose …

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How to sell your Apple Watch for maximum profit

Ready to sell your old Apple Watch so you can buy the Apple Watch Series 5? Or maybe you’ve just decided this wearable isn’t the right one for you. (Amazfit Bip S, anyone?) Whatever the case, there are a few important steps to take when selling an Apple Watch. The first is to make sure you’ve wiped everything. The second: …

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Save $66 on the new Wearbuds fitness watch with built

The Aipower Wearbuds is a flawed product, but it’s also a pretty cool one — and right now it’s available at a hefty discount. For a limited time, Cheapskate readers can score the Aipower Wearbuds for $113 with promo code CNET66. Regular price: $179. It’s available in your choice of four colors. If you want the black one, it’s the …

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This power bank does solar, USB

Mobile chargers, a.k.a. power banks, come in all shapes and sizes. But not many can actually recharge themselves by harnessing the power of the sun. This one can, and it’s pretty awesome in other ways, too — starting with the price. For a limited time, and while supplies last, Amazon seller Oreato has the Oryto 26,800-mAh Qi wireless solar power …

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Attention, online shoppers: This free app helps you find lower prices

A while back I wrote about the Samsung Galaxy Fit, a popular fitness band that was on sale at Amazon for $69. That $30 savings made for a pretty good deal. But then I noticed the PriceBlink bar at the top of my browser — it had found the exact same item (new, not used) at eBay for $51. And …

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These $32 true

Size matters. Choose wireless earbuds that have a small charging case, for example, and you’ll have to charge that case fairly often. Opt for something a little larger, however, and you’ll have juice to burn. Fortunately, a larger case doesn’t necessarily mean a larger price, as evidenced by this deal: For a limited time, and while supplies last, the Soundpeats TrueShift …

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AfterShokz’ great bone

I like to listen to music or podcasts when I run or bike, but wearing traditional sport headphones poses a problem: The earbuds block outside noise, making it hard to hear cars, bikes and other potential hazards. So how can I enjoy my audio while still maintaining “situational awareness”? Answer: Bone-conduction headphones, which sit in front of your ears instead …

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You still have time to get Dad a DJI Mavic Air drone and save $300

This story is part of Father’s Day Gift Guide, featuring our top picks for dads who love tech. Drone popularity continues to (sorry) soar, as flying is a fun activity you can do from the comfort and social safety of your own yard. There are plenty of decent ones priced $100 or less, but for anyone serious about the hobby, …

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Enter for your chance to win an Oculus Quest VR headset*

Words can’t adequately express how much I love VR, and particularly the Oculus Quest VR headset. It’s a self-contained system, no PC tether required, with tons of great games and apps. It’s so great, in fact, that it’s constantly sold out just about everywhere (though we’ve been tracking Oculus Quest inventory at various stores to help you find one). You …

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Save $200 on Samsung’s hot new Galaxy A51 phone

This is an update of a deal from earlier this week: Amazon was offering the unlocked Samsung Galaxy A51 for $289, a hefty $111 discount, but that barely lasted a day. Thankfully, If don’t mind switching carriers (at least temporarily), there’s an even better deal to be had: Visible is offering the Galaxy A51 for $208 after a $200 virtual …

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